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How can antibiotics treat tuberculosis?

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Yes i believe so because its a bacteria and they can be killer using antibiotics

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What diseases can be treated by antibiotics?

Tuberculosis Parasitic Diseases Streptococal Diseases Gram- negative infections; although those are often difficult to treat


When was Tuberculosis serious?

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Can antibiotics treat virus?

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What is the difference between XDR and MDR tuberculosis?

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How can you survive TB?

Tuberculosis, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is treatable with a combination of antibiotics. With a minimum of three months continuous treatment, the infection can be controlled.


What diseases can you treat with antibiotics?

Only those which arise from an infection caused by bacteria. Antibiotics are not useful against viruses. Examples - Tuberculosis, Sinus Infections, Strep Throat, Urinary Tract Infections


Why do antibiotics do not help teat viral infections?

Antibiotics treat bacterial infections, they have no affect on viruses. Vaccinations treat viruses.


Which stage of tuberculosis is easy to treat without taking medicine?

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